Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Unite For Sight?
- Where can I learn about previous Unite For Sight conferences?
- Who attends the Global Health & Innovation Conference?
- Where should I make my hotel reservations?
- Where can I find information about travel to New Haven, Connecticut?
- What airports are near New Haven?
- How can I get from the airport to New Haven?
- Where should I park?
- Where on the Yale campus will the conference be held?
- How can I connect with others attending the conference to coordinate carpooling and shared lodging accomodations?
- What is the phone number for a taxi in New Haven?
- I do not have a checking account or a credit card. How can I register?
- I am not from the U.S. How can I obtain a Visa?
- How do I submit an abstract?
- Who should I contact if I have other questions?
What is Unite For Sight?
Unite For Sight is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that applies best practices in global health, volunteerism, and social entrepreneurhsip to achieve high quality care for all. We are the world's leader in socially responsible, effective volunteering and also a leader in providing high quality, cost-effective care to the world's poorest people. Additional details can be seen at our website at http://www.uniteforsight.org
Where can I learn about previous Unite For Sight conferences?
GH/Innovate 2011 is Unite For Sight's 8th annual conference. The April 2010 conference schedule can be seen at http://www.ghinnovate.org/speaker-schedule-2010 You will also see that there are blogs about various conference sessions, which you can access by clicking on the session titles.
Who attends the Global Health & Innovation Conference?
The conference convenes more than 2,200 from 55 countries, and the participants are an eclectic group committed to global health innovation and world-changing ideas.
- Students (college students, high school students, medical students, public health students, law students, business students, graduate students, nursing students, and others)
- Public health professionals
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Directors of nonprofits and foundations
- Social entrepreneurs
- Nonprofit professionals
- Philanthropists
- Policymakers
- Educators
- Anthropologists
- Scientists
- Lawyers
- Business professionals and CEOs
- Venture capitalists
- Media and press
- Bloggers
- Activists
Where should I make my hotel reservations?
Special Rates: There are several hotels located near Yale University campus. A special rate has been coordinated at New Haven Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, The Study at Yale, and Premiere Hotel & Suites. When you make the reservation, you should specify that you are with the Unite For Sight Conference. There is limited space available, so we advise that you make reservations as soon as possible.
New Haven Hotel ($139) (close walking distance to conference)
229 George StreetNew Haven, CT 06510
203-498-3100; Reservations 800-644-6835
Courtyard by Marriott ($139) (close walking distance to conference)
30 Whalley Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 777-6221
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale ($169) (close walking distance to conference)
155 Temple Street
New Haven, CT 06510
203-974-6871, ask to speak with James Maxfield for the Unite For Sight reduced rate
The Study at Yale ($185) (close walking distance to conference)
1157 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT 06511
203-503-3900 or toll free 866-930-1157
Registration can also be completed online at https://reservations.ihotelier.com/crs/g_reservation.cfm?groupID=473184&hotelID=15472
Premiere Hotel & Suites($133) (taxi distance to conference)This information is provided for informational purposes only. Unite For Sight does not coordinate, endorse, or assume any responsibility for the lodging selections for conference participants.
3 Long Wharf Drive
New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 777-5337
Other hotel options: http://www.infonewhaven.com/264829
Where can I find information about travel to New Haven, Connecticut?
Important travel information can be seen online at http://www.infonewhaven.com/2852
What airports are near New Haven?
Tweed AirportNew Haven, CT
Serviced by USAIR
Travel time to Yale is approximately 10 minutes.
Bradley AirportWindsor Lock, CT
Serviced by all major airlines.
Travel time is approximately 60 minutes by car.
New York Airports (LaGuardia and JFK)Serviced by all major airlines.
Travel time is approximately 1.5-2 hours.
How can I get from the airport to New Haven?
You can coordinate travel via Prime Time Connecticut Airport Shuttle from Bradley Airport, LaGuardia, or JFK. Reservations for a special discounted rate [$63 each way; $44 companion fare] can be made by clicking here to be brought to Prime Time Connecticut Airport Shuttle's Reservation Portal. You may also call the Prime Time Connecticut Airport Shuttle Reservation Department (203-891-1280; 7AM-9PM ET) in order to receive the discount.
This information is provided for informational purposes only. Unite For Sight does not endorse or assume any responsibility for the transportation selections for conference participants
Where should I park?
There are parking garages as well as street parking around the conference area. You will receive a conference pass by email in April, and the conference pass will include a map which will also show parking locations.
Where will the conference be held?
The conference is held at the Shubert Theater and at several buildings on the central campus of Yale University. All conference participants will receive a conference pass by email during April, and the conference pass includes a map which will also show the conference venue locations.
How can I connect with others attending the conference to coordinate carpooling and shared lodging accomodations?
Join GH/Innovate 2011's Facebook Page and post on the Wall about your interest in connecting with others for carpooling, shared lodging, and other networking.
What is the phone number for a taxi in New Haven?
Metro Taxi - 203-777-7777
I do not have a checking account or a credit card. How can I register?
Please contact lreynolds@uniteforsight.org in order to receive details for a Western Union transfer to Unite For Sight.
I am not from the U.S. How can I obtain a Visa?
- First, determine if you qualify under the Visa Waiver Program, which allows citizens of 27 countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business, for 90 days or less, without obtaining a visa. You may read about the Visa Waiver Program and the qualifying countries.
- If you do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program and need to obtain a Visa, you may learn about Visa procedures at U.S. Department of State Temporary Visitors and Destination USA
- Locate your nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate.
- Complete an electronic visa application that you can print and bring to your Visa interview.
- After you fully register for the Unite For Sight Conference with payment, we can provide you with a letter confirming that you have registered and paid for attendance at the conference. You would bring this letter with you to your Visa interivew.
How do I submit an abstract?
You may find complete details about abstract submission at http://www.ghinnovate.org/submit-abstract
Who should I contact if I have other questions?
You may send an email to Laura Reynolds at lreynolds@uniteforsight.org